Bort and Colemanite Physical Properties

Bort and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort and Colemanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Bort and Colemanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bort- C
• Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bort and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bort and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bort and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bort is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.